Why go
- It's one of europe's most beautiful christmas markets, under a massive stone viaduct
- The train crossing above the market at night is surreal and photogenic
- The market feels cozy, not chaotic, due to capped crowds
Must try
- Mulled wine
- Black forest specialties
- Local crafts
Pro tips
- Take the train to hinterzarten or himmelreich, then use the official shuttle to the market
- Some seasons offer combo tickets from freiburg including the shuttle
- Layer up as it gets colder in the gorge than nearby towns
- Arrive early for your time slot as shuttle lines can stack up
- Be patient and keep your camera ready for the perfect train moment
Good to know
- Parking at the gorge is only possible with a prebooked parking pass
- Tickets sell out insanely fast every year, typically going live in late summer
- The market only runs on weekends with timed entry slots of about two hours
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Rating
4.7 / 5 (36 reviews)